Steve Koven

Member Profile

Why do you run?: I got started because it was a convenient way to get in a work out when I didn't have time to go to the gym. Eventually I just wanted to run all the time and it really became a passion. Along the way I lost 70 pounds and ran three marathons.

How long have you been running?: It will be three years in late August

What was your first race?: Veterans Memorial 5k 11/11/07. I showed up late and had to run around all the walkers. Not a good time.

What is your favorite race?: My favorite race to run is the half marathon. They don't interrupt training much, and you can pace yourself aggressively if you feel like it. But I like any race with good food and a beer afterward.

What do you eat before a long run?: Oatmeal, or a peanut butter sandwich

Where is your favorite place to run?: The Morton Arboretum

What other types of activities do you participate in?: Rec. league softball, pick-up basketball

PRs?: 5K 20:32 (Tiger 5K 4/24/10), 8K 37:01 (Red Eye Run 11/15/09), HM 1:48:35 (March Madness 3/21/10), Marathon 4:05:38 (Flying Pig 5/2/10) Never did a 10K

How long have you been a member of the Prairie State Road Runners?: About three months

What is your favorite junk food?: Hot Wings, Ribs, Burgers, Beer. No wonder I weighed 245 lbs!

Cubs or Sox?: Cubs!

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